Which statement about electromagnetic waves is NOT true?

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1. Which statement about electromagnetic waves is NOT true?

An electromagnetic wave transports energy and momentum

An electromagnetic wave can be polarised and reflected

An electromagnetic wave is longitudinal in nature

An electromagnetic wave’s propagation involves varying electric and magnetic fields

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Electromagnetic waves are transverse, not longitudinal — their electric and magnetic fields oscillate perpendicular to the direction of travel, which is exactly why they can be polarised.